Recent content by Mike Cox

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    Loose Steering After Hitting Bumps at Highway Speeds (sometimes)

    Might want to think simple also.. the steering dampener could be gettting old... just saying.
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    Custom Defender

    Needs Speakers!
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    Custom Defender

    I don't know, I am starting to warm up to the thought of a tractor rolling through town with some spinners! Throw in a little neon... some Hydraulics.... You guys could be on to something here!!!
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    M416 Trailer for sale

    Hi guys, 1) Sorry for violating the rules, I was intending to generate some funds and attention for the website. 2) Spindels had been installed when I got it from another Rover guy here in Florida, I had a set of D1 tires on it though and they fit great (Correct Pattern). I had an idea about...
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    M416 Trailer for sale

    Hey Folks, I am selling an M416 1/4 tonne trailer on e-bay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=260324164431 It has Land Rover Spindels so you can run Discovery I or defender Tires on it. Trailer is in great shape for a 40 year old trailer...
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    '98 D1, SD roof rack, mantec snorkel, oxford blue

    I hate to be critical, but those white rims do nothing for the truck!
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    Land Rover Propshaft tool

    I'll be in Orlando this weekend, can we meet up and I'll take one? mike-cox@cfl.rr.com
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    Parting Out 1995 Disco I And 2001 Disco Ii

    I Could use the two trim pieces that go under the front headlights. Is the ignition switch availible? mike-cox@cfl.rr.com Thanks, Mike
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    Prop Shaft Tool

    Mine exploded on the diff side, but it was still awkward trying to hold the shaft up, support the extension and turn the wrench. Mike
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    Prop Shaft Tool

    "When you're laying in the mud and its raining, and you have to get the damnn driveshaft off, the right tool is well worth the price!" That's what I keep thinking, but maybe there is something to the welded thing...hmmmm a little black paint, some cheap Hong Kong parts... all mixed with e-bay...
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    Prop Shaft Tool

    "Interesting. Been working on Land Rovers for about 30 years, never needed one" I believe it, but when taking this thing off, I had to use and extension to get to the Nuts because of the Transmission cross member, when applying torque to the ratchet, you tend to get a twist to the extension...
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    Prop Shaft Tool

    Does anyone know where I can get a propshaft tool for a reasonable price? I know some people consider $49 + Shipping a reasonable price for a specialty tool, but I was hoping to get it for a little less. Any help is appreciated. Thanks. Mike Cox 95' Disco
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    Front Drive Shaft Explosion!

    Good news on the DRive Train... My wife has agreed to let me get a Tom Woods DriveShaft.... And if anybody tells her ai don't need it, I will find a Gypsy to put a curse on you. Anybody have any reccomendations or tips about Tom Woods Drive Shafts,,, or where the best price is? Thanks, Mike
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    Front Drive Shaft Explosion!

    Hey, it never broke before!!! So I never replaced it.. .plus, doing preemptive replacements on a Land Rover could Break you. Mike
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    Front Drive Shaft Explosion!

    Ok, That is a good start, I forgot about locking the diff, I'm still in shock! Thanks Guys. Mike